2009 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo V50 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 36 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Volvo V50 (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Civic | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |